Radiology Technologist

It's more than a career, it's a calling

MO-SSM Health 3440 DePaul Drive

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

·       Department: Imaging and Diagnostics   

·       Sign On Bonus: $15,000 paid in full on 1st pay check!*  

·       Schedule:​ Nights

·       Pay Range starts at: $26.01/hour  Daily pay available! 

·       Shift Differentials: Night $3.75/hour ​

·       Location:MO-SSM Health 3440 DePaul Drive, St. Louis, MO

Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. *

* Qualified external candidates only  

• Must have ARRT-R credential within 6 months of hire date   

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Job Summary:

Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.
• Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures. Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Maintains a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Associate's degree or completion of a radiology certification program

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS 

•     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
•     And 
•         ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 6 months of hire

Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4202000128 Radiology

Scheduled Weekly Hours:40

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